Costa Rica Holidays

Our Costa Rica adventures are crafted to help you see more, do more, and experience the country like a local. Here’s why travellers choose Exodus: 

Best Local Guides: Our passionate tour leaders share insider knowledge about Costa Rica’s wildlife, rainforests, and culture, turning every hike and boat trip into a learning experience.  

Award-winning adventures: We are incredibly proud to be named a Which? Recommended Escorted Tour Provider and a Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Award Winner.  

Small Groups: Solo travellers, couples, and friends make up our welcoming groups, with an average group size of 10-12.  

Immersive Itineraries: Discover iconic highlights like Arenal and Tortuguero, spot sloths, toucans, and monkeys on guided nature walks and try activities like zip lining or white-water rafting.  

Sustainability: We support local communities and stay in locally owned accommodation where possible. 

Stress-Free Logistics: Accommodation, transport, transfers, and many activities are all arranged so you can focus on the adventure and not the admin.  

An Exodus Travels tour to Costa Rica is a fully guided adventure package. Typically this will include: 

Accommodation: Comfortable locally owned hotels, lodges, and eco-lodges. 

Transport: Private transportation throughout, plus airport transfers (normally at set times). 

Expert Tour Leader: A knowledgeable local guide to coordinate logistics and share insight. 

Meals: Most breakfasts, plus selected lunches and dinners depending on the itinerary. 

Activities: Guided hikes, wildlife watching, and cultural visits as listed in your Trip Notes. 

Support: 24/7 on-the-ground assistance from the Exodus team. 

Optional activities such as zip-lining, rafting, or night walks can be added to tailor your adventure. 

Costa Rica’s tropical climate makes it a year-round destination, but the best time to go depends on the experiences you are looking for: 

Dry Season (December to April): This is widely regarded as the best time for visitors. During these months, you’ll encounter sunny days, warm temperatures, and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for exploring national parks, lounging on beaches, and indulging in outdoor activities.  

Green Season (May to November): Unveils lush landscapes and fewer crowds. Despite daily afternoon rain showers, the rainforests come alive with vibrant foliage, and waterfalls cascade at their fullest. This period is particularly appealing to wildlife enthusiasts, as many animals are more active. Between July and October it is a good time to see green turtles nesting at Tortuguero National Park. 

Regardless of the season you choose, our expertly designed small group tours ensure you make the most of your experience, whether you’re craving sunny adventures or rainforest escapades. 

Costa Rica is generally considered a safe destination to travel in. The country has a stable political environment and a strong commitment to tourism. According to the United Nations it is one of the most well-developed nations in Latin America, and its approach to conservation is widely regarded as a global success story.  

However, like any destination, it’s essential to exercise caution and be aware of your surroundings. During the trip your guide provides safety tips for activities, free time, and local etiquette, helping you feel confident throughout.  

If you have specific safety concerns before you book, our team of experts will be happy to discuss them. 

Our tours are designed to be accessible for most active travellers, but we assign an Activity Level to every trip to help you choose your perfect adventure based on your ability and preferences.  

• In Costa Rica most trips are rated between Easy and Moderate. Activities include guided hikes in national parks, boat trips, and nature walks that most travellers with a reasonable level of fitness can enjoy. 

• Many itineraries cover multiple regions so expect some overland travel between destinations. 

• If you prefer to opt out of an activity, your Tour Leader can suggest alternatives. 

• Our Costa Rica cycling holidays are best suited to confident cyclists with good fitness and experience of longer rides. 

If you’re unsure which trip matches your fitness level, speak to our team of experts who can help you choose the right itinerary. 

Solo travel doesn’t have to feel daunting. With Exodus, you’ll join a small group, led by an experienced tour leader who prioritises safety, giving you the confidence to travel further and explore deeper. Our itineraries include a mix of group activities and free time, and with everything pre-arranged all you need to do is turn up and enjoy the adventure.  

Costa Rica is renowned for its warm hospitality and locals often go out of their way to make visitors feel welcome. The ‘Pura Vida’ lifestyle, emphasizing a laid-back and positive approach to life, is deeply ingrained in Costa Rican culture.  

Blessed with some of the most biodiverse landscapes on earth, Coast Rica plays host to a vast array of wildlife and indigenous species of flora and fauna. On an Exodus small-group tour, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to spot incredible wildlife. As you hike among lush rainforests, keep your eyes peeled for colourful toucans, scarlet macaws, howler monkeys and sloths. You’ll also encounter smaller species like frogs and Blue morpho butterflies, which add to the vibrant kaleidoscope of nature. Venture into mangroves or along coastal trails to discover sea turtles, caiman and crocodiles.  

Your expert Tour Leader and local guides will help you spot these creatures on guided nature walks making every day a chance for a new wildlife encounter. 

Costa Rica offers a range of adventurous activities that you can try. Zip line over the rainforest, have a go at white-water rafting, try canyoning down a waterfall or sink in natural thermal pools. Let us know your interests and the types of places you’d like to explore, whether that’s beaches and mountains or rainforests and volcanoes, and we’ll guide you to the itinerary most suited to you.  

An Exodus escorted tour in Costa Rica is the perfect way to experience the country’s wildlife, landscapes, and adventure activities with expert support and stress-free logistics. Here’s what you can expect:  

Landscapes and wildlife: Home to some of the most diverse landscapes and weird and wonderful animals on the planet, Costa Rica is a world-class wildlife destination. On our Costa Rica tours, explore misty cloud forests, walk along stunning coastal trails and come face-to-face with fascinating creatures, such as sloths, howler monkeys and the iconic green turtle.  

Best local guides: All tours are accompanied by an expert tour leader who handles logistics and shares insider knowledge, making sure every day runs smoothly. Try adventures like zip-lining, white-water rafting and hikes across volcanic landscapes.  

Small groups: We only travel in small groups and mostly stay in small hotels or lodges to help protect the land and wildlife.  

Whether you want to cycle through coffee plantations, hike in the rainforest, or soak up the tropical atmosphere, an Exodus tour ensures you experience the best of Costa Rica.  

Home to simmering volcanoes, exotic beaches, and dense rainforests, Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world. It covers only 0.03% of the Earth’s surface, yet is home to around 5% of its total flora and fauna. 

From biodiverse jungles and dramatic volcanoes to tropical coastlines, our Costa Rica holidays aim to guide you through all the best places. Wildlife lovers should visit Monteverde Cloud Forest to see incredible species of birds; Tortuguero for its green, hawksbill, and leatherback turtles; and Tamarindo for its gorgeous beaches on the Pacific coast. 

Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna are also well worth visiting. There, you can witness the imposing volcano, hot springs, and wildlife such as jaguars, tree frogs, and white-faced capuchin monkeys.  

Our Costa Rica holidays not only introduce you to the diverse landscape’s colourful wildlife and extraordinary national parks, but you’ll also be immersed in local culture and experience adrenaline-fuelled activities too. Zip lining, hiking, boating – there’s so much to get involved in.